UEFI Developer/Firmware Engineer

AllyisRedmond, United States
Full TimeOn-siteMidLimited info disclosed
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We are looking for an experienced UEFI Developer to support cutting-edge device development for Microsoft Surface programs. This role focuses on low-level firmware development, platform bring-up, and deep system debugging in close collaboration with hardware, silicon, and OS engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain UEFI firmware/BIOS for modern client platforms Contribute to early platform bring-up and validation of new hardware Implement and debug boot flows, firmware modules, and device initialization Work closely with silicon partners (Intel/AMD/Qualcomm) for firmware integration Perform low-level debugging across firmware, hardware, and OS layers Write efficient and reliable embedded code in C/C++ Enable key features such as power management, security (Secure Boot, TPM), and system configuration Analyze system logs, firmware traces, and hardware signals to troubleshoot issues Collaborate with Windows and driver teams to ensure seamless platform functionality Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and firmware releases Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in UEFI/BIOS or embedded firmware development Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming in low-level environments Hands-on experience with platform bring-up and system debugging Solid understanding of boot architecture, memory, and hardware interfaces Experience with debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) Familiarity with ACPI, PCIe, USB, SPI, I2C protocols Experience working with Intel/AMD/ARM-based platforms Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with consumer devices (laptops/tablets) , especially Surface-like products Prior Microsoft experience Exposure to Windows platform internals and driver interaction Knowledge of firmware security (Secure Boot, TPM, measured boot) Experience in power and performance optimization Familiarity with full product lifecycle from development to production Show more Show less